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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1962
Page
7
Senate and House tax writers reach compromise on travel tax cuts. The plan repeals the 10 percent levy on rail, bus, water transportation and reduces airline ticket taxes. Critics call the timing late and unfair as passenger transport faces higher costs and limited relief.
The Supreme Court ruling against reading Regent prayers in New York public schools prompts debates on minority rights and legislative backlash. Readers urge calm study of the ruling and caution against haste in overriding judicial decisions.
Mrs Bernice Wrier Ty announces the marriage of her daughter Judy A to George Thuthall Green. The couple will wed at 21905 29th St. The bride is a Monterey High School graduate and a Texas Tech sophomore in allied arts music.
Lubbock County Dress Review to be held today and Wednesday. Judge Laura Montgomery and Mildred Patterson assess records and garment construction. Public event at 2 30 p m Wednesday in Precinct No 1 Clubhouse at 50th St and Side Rd with 4H Club girls from Idalon Shallowater Cooper Slaton Frenship and Roosevelt High Schools participating.
The notice outlines a McLean wedding with the bride wearing a white satin gown and veiled headpiece, and bridesmaids in matching frocks. The groom’s party included attendants, while music featured Billie V. Brown. The ceremony appears tied to a local social scene and involved family and community members.
Mrs. W.T. Lawson and Mrs. Roo Short host a luncheon at Hemphill Wells Monterey Center to honor Beverly Lawson before her marriage to 1st Lt. James Ward. Attendees include Mrs. Wardell, Martha Andrews, Tawseen’s mother, and several local names. Guests travel from New York and Switzerland with plans to visit relatives in Dallas and Houston after the event.
A backyard breezeway has been transformed into a compact dining space featuring an integrated kitchen and casual seating. The project emphasizes efficient use of space and a cozy, inviting atmosphere for informal meals.
The readable text is garbled and contains no coherent events, names, dates, or places to summarize into a valid news item. No identifiable entities or actions are present to form a proper summary.
Aliss Rath Baker and Rover Irvin Bruce exchange double ring vows in Cooper Methodist Church. Bride, daughter of A R Baker of Skellvtosen, wore embroidered lace over satin with illusion neckline. bouquet of gardenias. Maid of honor Rene Moore of Irving. best man Dennis of Lubbock. Couple to reside in Lubbock area.
A community plan proposes new dining areas to provide early suppers for children and reduce hunger and danger from snacks. It envisions a kitchen dining setup near working spaces with screened walls, uncluttered tables, and careful layout to enhance safety and efficiency.
The ceremony took place Saturday at First Presbyterian Church with Rev John WLGT officiating. The bride wore trimmed lace and a lace bodice with a delicate veil, and her father assisted as the model of the gown. A sermon followed and a reception ensued.
A bridal notice profiles Miss Dotson honored at a Silverton event. The prospective bride, from Silvert on, wore a shantung suit with white accessories and will wed a U S Army serviceman stationed at Whiteslands Missile Base in Las Cruces. The bride attended Qu kefield High School and Jesus Tech. the groom is an Anton High School graduate and banking student.
A compact kitchen area gains comfort with a modern table featuring grain detail and black benches. The setup offers a cohesive dining zone with clean lines and practical seating.
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Newspaper wedding notice describes Miss Sandra Vanderpool marrying Randal McCurry. The bride wore blue chiffon with a modified scoop neckline, short sleeves, a belt, and a matching headpiece with a face veil. The gown featured seed pearls and a cascade of white additions.
A fragmented note recalls a bridal shower and hostess duties. The message mentions decorations, gifts, and a couple preparing for a wedding at a Methodist church with a first name reference to Omariy Aue. The text hints at a traditional ceremony and reception details.
Engagement announced by Mr and Mrs Hugh L Bovi of Lovington. Miss Betty Lee Bovi will wed Ale Harold Sullivan Jay Aug 19 at First Presbyterian Church with Reverend Gordon Garlington officiating. The bride elect is a 1949 Lovington High School graduate, attended Texas Woman's University, and works for Pecos Valley Reproductions Roswell. Ray Sullivan is stationed at Walker Air Force Base.
A church program organized by women was announced with Mrs. Wanda G. Sn as president of the group. The meeting featured Mrs. Mn Noddy as executive director of the community organization, with other local figures contributing to the event.
A damaged OCR item lists attendees including Mrs Al Sue Robertson and Mrs Charles Hackney, with a Decorum and table mentions at a Sept church event. Names such as Judy, Martha, Sydney, Carolin, Denise, and Sue Wylor appear amid garbled lines about hostess and attendance.
A fragmented community notice describes August plans for four couples and related social events. Names such as LaVerne and Louise Garrison are noted, with references to a home gathering and a World’s Fair tour. The text mentions Fort Lauderdale and general preparations but lacks clear dates or complete details.
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